Villanova University

If you want to apply to Villanova, the regular decision application deadline is January 15 and the application fee is $80.

Students who apply to Villanova for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than April 1.

Villanova Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Villanova's admissions stats.

Villanova 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.9
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	70%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	28%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	17%
Waitlist	Yes

Villanova University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Villanova University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 1	December 15
Early Decision II	Yes	January 15	February 15
Early Action	Yes	November 1	January 20
Regular Decision	Yes	January 1	April 1

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Applying Early to Villanova?

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Villanova offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 1 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 15.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due January 15. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before February 15.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Villanova will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 20.

The early decision acceptance rate at Villanova is 60%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 25%. In 2022, Villanova admitted 768 of the 1288 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply to college early to help their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Villanova University Admissions

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Transferring to Villanova University

For more information on transferring to Villanova University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Villanova

In 2022, Villanova waitlisted 4,337 students and 2,083 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 56 eventually were offered a spot.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Villanova?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Villanova

Curious about the factors that are considered by Villanova during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Work Experience	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with Villanova for more information on admission factors.

Villanova 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Villanova, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Villanova's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Villanova?

Students admitted to Villanova have an average unweighted GPA of 3.9. Villanova considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 23% submitted a class rank. At Villanova 70% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 92% were in the top 25% and 99% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Villanova University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	32.78%
3.75 and 3.99	39%
3.50 and 3.74	21.16%
3.25 and 3.49	6.22%
3.00 and 3.24	0.41%
2.50 and 2.9	0.41%
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Villanova directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Villanova looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Villanova is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 28% of Villanova's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 17% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Villanova?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Villanova students scored 760 or higher and 75% of students scored 660 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Villanova students scored 730 or higher, and 75% scored a 660 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Villanova?

To be most competitive at Villanova, you should strive to earn between 31 and 34 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 34 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Villanova's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 34, and three out of four students scored lower than 34 on the ACT.

A 31 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Villanova students. Only one out of every four students scored below 31.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Villanova University

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Villanova during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Villanova Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Villanova?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Villanova.

Does Villanova accept transfer credits?

✅ Villanova accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Villanova accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Villanova accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Villanova accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Villanova?

❌ No, Villanova is test optional, so you can choose if you want to to send your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Villanova's acceptance rate?

✅ Villanova's acceptance rate is 25%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Villanova?

✅ Villanova's early decision acceptance rate was 60% in 2021.

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